1995 BMW 730 vs. 1999 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1995 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 730 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 730. (280 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 730. 1999 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 730 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 730 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 730 | 1999 Cadillac Catera | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 730 | Catera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
